The Federal Road Safety Corps FRSC Kano Sector has confirmed a devastating accident that claimed the lives of 23 individuals and left 48 others injured under the Muhammadu Buhari Interchange Flyover along the Kano-Maiduguri Road Hotoro on Friday February 14 2025
What Happened
The tragic incident involved a DAF model trailer which was carrying both passengers and goods According to preliminary investigations the accident was caused by dangerous driving due to excessive speed leading the driver to lose control under the bridge
Casualty Report and Rescue Operations
Total people involved 71
Injured victims 48
Fatalities 23
Emergency responders including FRSC personnel and the Nigeria Police Force arrived swiftly to rescue victims and clear the accident scene The injured were immediately transported to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital for urgent medical care
FRSC Response and Safety Warning
Following the incident Kano Sector Commander CC UM Matazu has
Dispatched an investigation team to conduct a detailed inquiry into the cause of the crash
Expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured a speedy recovery
Issued a stern warning against the overloading of trailers with goods animals and passengers stressing that such reckless practices increase the risk of fatal accidents
Road Safety Awareness
With the accident scene cleared and traffic flow restored the FRSC is urging all motorists to adhere strictly to traffic regulations to prevent further loss of lives The agency remains committed to road safety and will continue enforcing measures to curb reckless driving
Drive safe Follow speed limits Protect lives
